Sweet Red Pepper Nutrition Facts, Vitamins and Benefits

Sweet Red Pepper benefits and place in a balanced diet

• Sweet Red Pepper provides 2.1 g of dietary fiber per 100 g. Fiber supports normal bowel function and can contribute to fullness as part of a balanced diet.
• A 100 g serving contains about 127.7 mg of vitamin C. Vitamin C contributes to normal immune function, collagen formation and protection of cells from oxidative stress.
• Its potassium content is approximately 211 mg per 100 g. Potassium contributes to normal muscle and nervous-system function and the maintenance of normal blood pressure.
• It supplies about 12 mg of magnesium per 100 g. Magnesium contributes to normal energy metabolism and normal muscle function.
• The recorded folate value is about 46 µg per 100 g. Folate contributes to normal blood formation and cell division.
• It provides approximately 157 µg RAE of vitamin A per 100 g. Vitamin A contributes to normal vision, skin and immune function.

Sweet Red Pepper nutrition facts

The table covers calories, macronutrients, vitamins, minerals, fatty acids and amino acids where a measured value is available. Values are shown per 100 g and for a 100 g reference serving.

How many calories are in Sweet Red Pepper?

100 g (about 3.5 oz) provides approximately 26 kcal. A 100 g reference serving provides approximately 26 kcal. Values vary with variety, ripeness and preparation.

How to use Sweet Red Pepper in the kitchen

Sweet Red Pepper can be used raw when food-safe or prepared by steaming, roasting, sautéing, simmering or adding to soups and salads, depending on the ingredient.